"The board looks FANTASTIC," says Rodrigo in Florida, as he gets ready for poker night with his friends. The board's outer ring is made from Sapele with half-round chip slots cut around the circumference. The slots are stopped with contrasting Maple plugs. The playing surface is a beautiful turquoise leather.

It's great fun breaking out of my usual handmade furniture routine to make something totally different. This project would not have been possible without the help of from my friends at Stark Mountain Woodwork. Is there a unique project you have been dreaming about? Together, let's make that dream a reality!